Bartolomé Pérez de la Dehesa: A Master of Baroque Still Life Bartolomé Pérez de la Dehesa (1634 – 16 January 1693) stands as a prominent figure in the Spanish Baroque artistic landscape, celebrated primarily for his exquisite flower and still life paintings—bodegones—that capture the delicate beauty of everyday objects illuminated by candlelight. Born in Madrid, he embarked on an artistic journey profoundly shaped by the tutelage of Juan de Arellano, a renowned painter whose influence extended beyond mere instruction; it fostered a deep appreciation for realism and observation that would cha…